AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoUS-Iran Escalation: The US launched fresh strikes on Iranian targets after Tehran’s alleged mine-laying attempt in the Strait of Hormuz; Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks hitting US-linked sites in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait, while Trump warned of “more attacks” if Iran responds again. Hormuz Diplomacy at Risk: At the G20, finance leaders pushed a final statement backing “free, safe, and predictable navigation” through Hormuz, but China dissented on that line as Russia’s presence drew EU complaints. Sanctions vs. Ceasefire: Iran’s president said Tehran is ready to return to the June ceasefire framework if the US resumes its commitments, as Oman-led shipping talks remain unclear. Nuclear Watch: The IAEA said Syria tried to build a nuclear reactor in Deir Az Zor under Bashar al-Assad, with uncovered cooling infrastructure consistent with a reactor. Regional Politics: Peru broke diplomatic ties with Iran, citing repression and Hormuz trade disruption; Pakistan’s Dar held SCO-side meetings with Iran, Russia and others on implementing a June MoU. Markets & Energy: Renewed Middle East fighting sent oil higher, pushed global bond yields up, and rattled equities from Wall Street to South Korea, while inflation fears returned.
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